Rapid Changes to the Earth's Surface

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a landslide?
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A landslide is when a lot of loose dirt and rocks move rapidly down a steep slope.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are rapid changes to the Earth's surface?
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Rapid changes are quick events that alter the Earth's surface, such as volcanic eruptions, landslides, and earthquakes.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes soil to move rapidly by water?
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Heavy precipitation and flooding can cause soil to move rapidly.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a volcanic eruption?
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A volcanic eruption is an event where melted rock from deep in the Earth is forced toward the surface, building up on the Earth's surface.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are earthquakes?
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Earthquakes are sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the main cause of landslides?
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Landslides are often caused by heavy rain, earthquakes, or volcanic activity.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do floods change the Earth's surface?
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Floods can deepen riverbeds and move large amounts of sediment, changing the landscape.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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